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A buff Cocker Spaniel sits on a rug wearing a green and red elf hat and a matching felt collar with a bell. 14 / 26

Honey the Cocker Spaniel Wears Her Elf Hat With Great Patience

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The elf hat sits at a jaunty angle on top of those long golden ears, and a green felt collar with a small bell circles the Cocker Spaniel's neck. She sits on a patterned rug with her head slightly down and looks up at the camera with serious brown eyes, as if she's wondering how long this costume has to last. Behind her a glowing Christmas tree, a couch full of blankets and a coffee table with gifts complete the scene.

Cocker Spaniels are gentle, affectionate dogs with silky coats and sweet faces, and many of them put up with costumes better than most. Still, a costume should be comfortable. Look for light fabrics that don't cover the eyes or ears, and take it off quickly if your dog looks stressed, such as by licking her lips, yawning or freezing. Small bells can be a hazard if they come loose, so check them first. Cocker Spaniel ears need regular cleaning, and a hat shouldn't trap moisture around them.

Let's call her Honey. She's being a good sport, and it shows. The hat looks like a tiny green mountain on her head, and her patient look says she's waiting for a treat as payment. After the photo, off it comes, and she'll get a gentle scratch behind the ears for her trouble.

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